If your contract of employment contains restrictive covenants, we can review the covenants and advise on their enforceability. This is particularly important for senior employees considering a move from their current role.
David Crank joined Bermans in August 2025 and is a Solicitor and Head of Licensing.
David leads Bermans licensing offering. He advises leisure and hospitality clients across England, Scotland and Wales — including hotel and restaurant chains and sports clubs — on premises licensing for alcohol and entertainment.
Recent proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill includes sweeping reforms to the UK’s whistleblowing regimen. While these proposals are not yet backed by the government and are therefore unlikely to pass, they do offer significant changes, which if passed, would have meaningful implications.
The Employment Rights Bill continues to evolve, with several recent amendments proposed. While these changes are not backed by the government and are therefore unlikely to pass, they reflect the ongoing debate around workers’ rights and employer obligations. The key proposed amendments in respect of Zero Hour Contracts include:
Big changes are on the horizon for UK employment law. The new Employment Rights Bill poses a major shift in how unfair dismissal rights are applied. Here’s what you need to know:
The Employment Rights Bill is shaping up to be one of the most significant reforms in decades. A key change is within clause 26, which in its original form, would ban employers from dismissing staff who refuse to accept variations to their employment contracts. But recent proposed amendments suggest a more flexible approach may be on the horizon.
A new clause in the Employment Rights Bill has been proposed, which could mark a major shift in how employers manage allegations of harassment and discrimination.